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Guided hiking trips for women by women🥾
2025 female AT thru-hiker-led | Glampacking on the Appalachian Trail, Ice Age Trail, Superior Hiking Trail, Yellowstone & the Continental U.S. 🌲⛰️

Since returning home from my Appalachian Trail thru-hike last year, I’ve been slowly chipping away at another long-dista...
06/10/2026

Since returning home from my Appalachian Trail thru-hike last year, I’ve been slowly chipping away at another long-distance adventure: section hiking Wisconsin’s Ice Age Trail. 🦣❄️🥾

Last week, I crossed the 400-mile mark. 🥾

One thing I’m trying to do better on this journey is recognize and celebrate milestones. When you’re wired for forward motion, it’s easy to focus on how far you still have to go instead of appreciating how far you’ve come. So I paused today and celebrated 400 miles. 🍓

The Ice Age Trail has been a different kind of challenge. There have been plenty of L O N G road walks…often times distracted drivers, relentless sun exposure, and so many miles stepping over roadkill. Many of these miles have been solitary, but they’ve also been filled with simple joys.

I’ve met incredible trail angels willing to shuttle me so I don’t have to backtrack miles. 🙏I’ve shared sections of trail with my inspiring friend, and IAT 1,000 Miler, Katrina. And just when I think I’m ready to be done with this quest, something unexpected happens—a herd of cows follows me along a fence line as if they’re cheering me on, a stranger pulls over to make sure I’m okay, or I wander into a gorgeous segment of trail lined with trillium and morels.

The Appalachian Trail taught me that the journey is the destination. Four hundred miles into the Ice Age Trail, I’m still focusing on that lesson and remembering to enjoy every single mile.

Onward. 🌲

Great weekend back at Trail Days in Damascus. It was awesome walking in the hiker parade with the Class of 2025, reconne...
05/20/2026

Great weekend back at Trail Days in Damascus. It was awesome walking in the hiker parade with the Class of 2025, reconnecting with trail friends, and being reminded how strong the AT community really is.

One of the coolest parts of the weekend was meeting Tara Dower, who was just as humble and kind as she is fast, along with meeting the fabulous author, Derick Lugo. I also loved getting hands-on with gear you usually only see online, entering raffles, watching the eating contests, and hearing some really inspiring talks.

The trail is beautiful, but it’s the people who make the experience unforgettable.

Spent the days leading up to Trail Days in Damascus doing trail magic, thinking I knew exactly what hikers would need mo...
05/19/2026

Spent the days leading up to Trail Days in Damascus doing trail magic, thinking I knew exactly what hikers would need most. I brought homemade oatmeal chocolate chunk cookies, chocolate milk, iced Gatorade, and plenty of goodies — and they were definitely appreciated. But the experience reminded me that trail magic isn’t always about giving what I think hikers need… it’s about listening and responding to what they need in that exact moment.

One day, that meant dropping everything and driving down the mountain for gallons of fresh water because nearby sources were dry or sketchy. Days later at Trail Days, those same hikers found me just to thank me again for the water. Not the cookies. The water.

The next day, trail magic looked different too. I ended up shuttling three exhausted section hikers who realized they had pushed a little farther than they should have. One shuttle turned into two more, along with conversations, encouragement, and reassurance they needed just as much as the ride itself.

One of the highlights of the week was also meeting up with my friends and hiking up to Mount Rogers — the highest point in Virginia at 5,729 feet. The temps were in the 40s, probably dipping into the 30s with the wind chill, and it brought me right back to our thru hike last year where the weather could change in an instant. Cold, windy, unpredictable… and somehow still exactly where we wanted to be.

I went there thinking I was going to feed people. What I learned is that sometimes hikers don’t need food at all — sometimes they need water, a ride, encouragement, or simply someone willing to listen.

That’s the real magic. 💚

🚨 ONE SPOT JUST OPENED 🚨Yellowstone is calling… and this is your chance to answer.One spot just opened up on my August 2...
04/21/2026

🚨 ONE SPOT JUST OPENED 🚨

Yellowstone is calling… and this is your chance to answer.

One spot just opened up on my August 2026 Yellowstone adventure, and if you’ve been dreaming about exploring beyond the crowds—this is it.

Yellowstone 2026 | Beyond the Boardwalks 🏔️
📅 August 14–20, 2026
👥 6 hikers (21+) + 2 experienced guides
📍 West Yellowstone, Montana

This Level 4–5 experience blends comfort with adventure:

4 nights in-park lodging (double occupancy)
2 nights in the backcountry 🌌
2.5 days backpacking (30–35 lb pack)
Day hikes with light packs
8–10 miles average daily hiking
Backcountry meals provided for 2 days
What you’ll experience 👇
🦬 Hike through wide-open valleys with bison
✨ Explore iconic geysers like Old Faithful & Lone Star
🏔️ Discover Yellowstone’s geothermal landscapes
🥑 Enjoy scenic backcountry picnics
🎒 Learn from experienced guides every step of the way

💰 Investment: $3,100
✔️ Deposit: $300 to secure your spot

👉 This is not a beginner trip—some backpacking experience required

🤝 Referral Perks (because good people know good people)
Know someone who’d love this?

• Already on a 2026 trip? → Get $50 off
• Not registered yet? → Get $50 off a 2027 trip

Referrals help keep this small business growing—and build an incredible trail community 💛

👉 DM me or email ASAP to snag the last spot before it’s gone

I was genuinely scared as I grabbed onto the first chains at Angels Landing…But we were lucky enough to win a day-before...
04/14/2026

I was genuinely scared as I grabbed onto the first chains at Angels Landing…

But we were lucky enough to win a day-before lottery permit (yes, it’s required now due to how popular—and dangerous—this hike has become). For those who don’t know, Angels Landing sits about 1,488 feet above the canyon floor and is famous for its narrow ridgeline, steep drop-offs, and the chain-assisted climb to the summit.

As a hiking guide and thru-hiker, people assume I’m fearless—but that’s not the truth. Ledges and steep drop-offs terrify me to my core.

On the final stretch, I kept my eyes locked on the rocks in front of me because looking around was too overwhelming. My hands were shaking. I had to stop multiple times just to breathe deep and calm myself down.

But I kept going.

And when I finally reached the top… it was absolutely incredible. One of those moments where the fear, the effort, and the views all collide into something unforgettable.

Funny enough, I actually enjoyed the climb down—fewer people on the chains, more space to move, and I could finally take in the views instead of just managing my nerves.

A good reminder: being scared doesn’t mean you’re not capable. Sometimes it means you’re doing something that matters.

To watch footage from this hike, check out my friend’s YouTube channel .hikes

Some places deserve more than one post… and The Wave is absolutely one of them. 🌊💕Walking through this landscape felt li...
04/12/2026

Some places deserve more than one post… and The Wave is absolutely one of them. 🌊💕

Walking through this landscape felt like stepping onto another planet—like I had somehow landed on Mars. The colors, the textures, the scale… it’s completely otherworldly.

This remote desert formation gained international fame after being featured as a 2009 Windows 7 Microsoft screensaver, turning it into one of the most sought-after hikes in the world. 🥾✨

The Wave is made of incredibly fragile Navajo sandstone, shaped over millions of years. To protect it, access is limited to just 64 hikers per day—preserving both the landscape and the experience.

We explored beyond just the Wave itself—taking time to soak in Big Mac Rock, Melody Arch, and the Second Wave… each one just as mind-blowing in its own way.

And honestly, I felt so grateful for the weather...

If you’ve followed my Appalachian Trail journey, you know not every “epic” location comes with blue skies. There were plenty of times I reached incredible places in “Type-2-Fun conditions,” so getting to experience this one in perfect 60 degree weather felt extra special.

If you want to video footage from this incredible day, be sure to check out my friend’s vlog over at .hikes on YouTube 🎥

Some hikes leave you tired. Some leave you proud. And then there are the rare ones that stay with you long after your bo...
04/10/2026

Some hikes leave you tired. Some leave you proud. And then there are the rare ones that stay with you long after your boots are off—the kind that feel almost unreal.

For me, that hike was The Wave. Now officially my favorite hike I’ve ever experienced. 💕🌊

It took two years, six lottery entries, and more patience than I expected… but the moment I finally secured that permit, I knew this one would be different. At the trailhead, I met someone who had been trying for ten years—and suddenly, it hit me just how lucky I was to be standing there, about to step into one of the most sought-after landscapes in the U.S.

There’s no trail guiding you forward. Just open desert, distant landmarks, and a quiet sense of trust in your own navigation. It’s not just a hike—it’s route finding in its purest form.

We made it an out-and-back adventure, stretching the day to just under 8 miles after deciding to climb up to Melody Arch—an extra push that was completely worth it.

And then… The Wave.

Soft curves of Navajo sandstone, swirling like brushstrokes across the earth, shaped over millions of years by wind and water. It’s hard to describe the feeling of standing there—like stepping into a painting that somehow exists in real life. Fragile, silent, and almost too beautiful to touch.

With only 64 hikers allowed each day, you start to understand why access is so limited. This place isn’t just stunning—it’s delicate. Every step matters out here.

The exposure is no joke either. No shade, no water—just sun overhead and miles of desert around you. It demands preparation, respect, and awareness every step of the way.

What made it even more meaningful was who I shared it with—friends I met while thru-hiking the Appalachian Trail. Full circle moments like that just hit differently. Huge shoutout to Waterslide .hikes for capturing the day so perfectly—if you want to truly see the magic, check out his YouTube Channel Lt.Hikes 🎥

Places like this remind you why some things are hard to reach. Not to keep people out—but to preserve something rare, wild, and irreplaceable.

Last week we headed out to Utah + Arizona, flying into Las Vegas and making the scenic 3-hour drive east to our home bas...
04/09/2026

Last week we headed out to Utah + Arizona, flying into Las Vegas and making the scenic 3-hour drive east to our home base in Kanab. First stop? None other than hiking The Narrows in Zion National Park.

If you’ve never hiked The Narrows, it’s one of the most unique hikes in the U.S.—you’re literally walking in the Virgin River as towering canyon walls rise up around you.

We hiked the bottom-up route (no permit required), starting from the Temple of Sinawava and working our way upstream. It’s an out-and-back hike, and we made it all the way through Wall Street to Floating Rock.

A few key things to know before you go 👇

💧 The hike is flow dependent
The park closes The Narrows when the United States Geological Survey flow rate exceeds 150 CFS.

The day before our hike? Closed at 188 CFS
The day we went? Flowing strong at 133 CFS

👉 Translation: totally doable, but expect powerful current, slower miles, and a solid workout.

🥾 Expect to get wet—completely
Water levels ranged from ankle to waist deep for us. Good footwear, waders, neoprene socks, and a walking stick go a long way.

🚐 Crowds are real in Zion
Even early in the season, the park was busy. The shuttle system is mandatory, so pack your patience when boarding and riding—it’s all part of the experience.

⏱️ Start early + go farther
The deeper you hike, the fewer people you’ll see—and the more magical it gets.

Huge shoutout to my Appalachian Trail friends .hikes and Compass who joined us on this adventure—go give him a follow and check out his YouTube channel for full trail content from this trip 🥾

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